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Perfectly Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

“Turn your Halloween leftovers into a delicious snack.” ——-  Carving pumpkins is a Halloween tradition, but don’t throw away those seeds! Roasted pumpkin seeds are a crunchy, nutritious snack packed with protein, fiber and healthy fats. Best of all, they’re easy to prepare and can be seasoned to suit almost any taste. How to Roast […]

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The Art of Apple Cider Making in Vermont

“How fresh apples become one of autumn’s most cherished traditions.” ——-  In Vermont, apple cider making is as much a part of autumn as the brilliant foliage that blankets the Green Mountains. Each fall, local orchards harvest a variety of apples, including McIntosh, Cortland, and Empire, combining sweet and tart flavors to create the perfect […]

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Autumn is Made for Grilling!

“Cooler evenings, smoky flavors and a fresh take on seasonal favorites.” ——-  Who says barbecue season ends with summer? In fact, autumn may be one of the best times to fire up the grill. Cooler temperatures, crisp evenings and seasonal ingredients create the perfect setting for outdoor cooking. Traditional favorites such as slow-smoked brisket, barbecue […]

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A Better Butter

“Peanut or almond, a simple spread can pack plenty of nutrition into a small serving.”  ——-  For years, peanut butter seemed to occupy an odd place in the American diet — part childhood comfort food, part guilty pleasure. Yes, it is calorie-dense, with roughly 190 calories in a typical two-tablespoon serving, but those calories come […]

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The Sunday Dinner Revival

“Why gathering around the table may matter more than we realize.” ——-  There was a time when Sunday dinner was almost sacred. Families gathered around the table, usually without televisions, phones or competing schedules, and the meal itself was only part of the attraction. It was a chance to slow down, catch up and simply […]

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Oktoberfest is Underway

“Munich’s famous celebration runs through October 4.”  ——-  If the name Oktoberfest makes you think October, think again. Munich’s 2026 Oktoberfest began Saturday, September 19, and runs through Sunday, October 4, for 16 days on the city’s Theresienwiese. At noon on opening day, Munich’s mayor tapped the first keg with the traditional cry of “O’zapft […]

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Around the World in Eight Sandwiches

“Sometimes the best way to experience a country is between two pieces of bread.”  ——-  You can learn a surprising amount about a country from its sandwiches. They are portable, generally inexpensive and often built from ingredients people have eaten for generations. In France, the croque monsieur turns ham, cheese and bread into a warm café […]

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The Best Mexican Food in USA!

“Where Billy the Kid, Kit Carson & Pancho Villa once roamed.”  ——-  Sometimes the best meals are found where you least expect them. When my wife and I drive between California and North Texas, the Las Cruces area has become a natural halfway stop. Recently, after an exhausting 11-hour day on the road, we decided […]

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A Perfect Labor Day BBQ

“One last taste of summer.”  ——-  Labor Day weekend is made for slowing down, firing up the grill and enjoying one last taste of summer with family and friends. And there’s really no reason to overcomplicate it. Start with the classics: burgers with all the fixings, hot dogs or sausages, and perhaps some ribs or […]

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The Room Matters

“A great restaurant serves more than food.”  ——-  We have never had more ways to get good food without actually going anywhere. Delivery apps can bring dinner to the front door, meal services can eliminate the grocery store, and almost any recipe imaginable is a few clicks away. Yet restaurants continue to offer something that […]

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